Responsibilities

  • Analyse the age, nature and components of rock, minerals, soil and other environmental samples.
  • Conduct sample tests and checks, including gas chromatography, carbon and isotope data, viscosity and solvent extraction.
  • Work with a range of specialist equipment as part of your research, including mass spectrometers, microscopes and electron microprobes.
  • Undertake field visits to collect site samples.
  • Generate computer models using specialist software.
  • Map specific geochemical areas for research and analysis.
  • Interpret a variety of data and analyse results.
  • Liaise with geologists, petroleum engineers and commercial managers.
  • Provide support and recommendations to mainstream geologists.
  • Develop databases to track and organize information.
  • Provide data and feedback to clients.
  • Undertake long-range theoretical and applied research.
  • Write technical reports and papers for journals.
  • Teach and lecture on specific areas within geochemistry.
  • Give presentations at conferences and other events.
  • Keep up to date with developments and new research.
Qualification and Skill Requirements
  • chemical engineering
  • earth sciences
  • environmental sciences
  • geochemistry
  • geology
  • geophysics or geotechnology
  • marine sciences or oceanography
  • Mineral or mining engineering.
  • laboratory skills, such as general technical ability and safety awareness
  • strong communication and interpersonal skills
  • the ability to work as part of a team
  • networking skills
  • research skills and the ability to manage a project or study
  • good numeracy skills
  • a methodical approach to work for analysing samples and collating data
  • good IT and database skills
  • intellectual and personal flexibility

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